Product Development Director jobs in Newport News, VA

Function

Do you want to work to enhance and protect the quality of life and safety of our citizens, neighborhoods and districts? Are you committed to public service, professionalism and a financially strong local government?

Then come work for the City of Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community, celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the 757 and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits and promotes career and personal development. Benefits include enrollment in the Virginia Retirement System, flexible and/or remote work opportunities, excellent healthcare insurance and other fringe benefits.

You are invited to contribute to the advancement of City priorities such as economic growth, placemaking, living with water, educated and engaged citizenry, safe and clean community, good government, family resilience and economic empowerment? Would you like the opportunity to grow professionally, in a flexible work environment where you can take advantage of tuition reimbursement and certification training?

If you have these traits, joining the dynamic Community Development team may be for you:

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  Creative problem solver
• Proactive self-starter
• Strong team player
• Passionate about excellent customer service
• Enjoy collaborating with other colleagues who share your passion
• Positive, can-do attitude
• Effective communicator
• Embracing new technology

The CDD’s core areas include but are not limited to: zoning ordinance administration, municipal or regional planning, neighborhood revitalization and capacity building, planning and implementation of resiliency initiatives, code enforcement, and land development services.

Examples of Work

• Responsible for the activities during the absence of the Director.
• Serves as the daily operations coordinator for the various divisions within the CDD.
• Serves as a supervisor, coach, and mentor to division managers, supervisors and other staff members.
• Assists in the preparation of the CDD’s annual budget; manages the budget and oversees purchasing and contracts.
• Works in conjunction with division managers to ensure they are meeting service delivery standards and achieving success in completing the CDD’s work program outcomes.
• Assists in strategizing, reporting, and managing various programs, capital improvement projects, and grant projects, including the Community Development Block Grant program.
• Cross-trains senior staff to ensure familiarity with operations across all divisions.
• Serves as the lead on key strategic initiatives.
• In conjunction with the City Attorney’s Office, assists in tracking and monitoring State and Federal regulations that may affect operations
• Assists in organizational decisions, resource allocation, performance evaluations and personnel decisions.
• Serves as a member of the Emergency Management Team to lead and fulfill the CDD’s responsibilities during emergency response.
• Attends a variety of meetings, conferences, and other events, and serves as an advisor to various boards and commissions.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Requires graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, planning, building construction technology, public administration, or a related field of study.

Requires a minimum of five (5) years of local, state, or federal government experience in a field relevant to the key areas of the CDD. Requires a minimum of three (3) years of experience serving in progressively responsible managerial, supervisory, or senior leadership roles.

Requires a proven track record in setting and achieving strategic goals; demonstrating leadership in support of organizational mission and values; working collaboratively with a diverse customer base to deliver effective solutions with a keen commitment to excellent customer service; maintaining high standards of accuracy and efficiency in exercising duties and responsibilities. Ability to: develop and manage long and short-range plans; to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; and make effective presentations. Must be able to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously and effectively embrace diversity by fostering and maintaining effective working relations with all customers to include contractors, property owners, and the public; effectively utilize communication, negotiation and facilitation skills.

Must possess a valid driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria. A criminal background check is required prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this position may be considered.

Features

Performs duties under the limited supervision of the Director of Community Development. This position requires considerable independent judgment in accomplishing assigned duties within established guidelines. Requires extensive contact with the City Manager's office, City Council, department heads, Board and Commission members, employees, citizens, contractors, federal agencies, and a variety of outside agencies and organizations. Requires the ability to function as a team member and must be adaptable to performing effectively under moderate to high levels of stress. Requires attendance at a variety of meetings generally held after normal business hours. May require some travel. This is an exempt position.